1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Mini Metro would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1878 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Mini Metro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Mini Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Mini Metro | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
